Food Wars, My Dishes Don't Just Shine

She didn't pay much attention to this, but what was certain was that the competition for the top ten spots would begin before the third-year students graduated.

The reason is quite simple: Totsuki Academy doesn't want people without real strength to graduate with the title of Elite Ten.

If there are strong students among the younger students who can defeat them and take their title of one of the Ten Heroes, they would be very happy to accept it.

After all, the birth of a super genius is the most important thing for an academy.

"If you calculate it that way, there really isn't much time left. You can all start preparing. The strength of this year's top ten is average, and there are quite a few that you can replace, at least taking half of the seats."

After hearing Erina Nakiri's explanation, Hakugen roughly understood the rules of the Elite Ten Tournament.

There are two ways to challenge the Ten Heroes.

One type is a normal challenge, where the opponent accepts the challenge, and if you win, you can succeed the opponent as one of the top ten. If you lose, there will be no consequences.

Another option is to forcibly initiate a ranked match.

Starting with the challenge for the tenth seat, you will work your way up. If you lose the first round, you will be expelled from school. However, if you win the first round, you will continue to challenge for the next seat without any consequences. Victory will change your seat, while defeat will mean waiting for someone else to challenge you.

Of course, the initial competition was held within the top ten, where they would first determine their rankings before accepting challenges from others.

The Elite Ten Ranking Challenge is also the most exciting event in Far Moon.

At that time, many well-known figures from all walks of life will come to watch the competition. Although there are not many challengers each year, every competition is very exciting.

After all, this is a battle that involves the honor of the Ten Heroes and their own future. Both sides will fight with all their might and will not hold back.

"Last year, Isshiki defeated his opponent in the competition and won the tenth seat of the Elite Ten. Later, when the seniors graduated, he was automatically promoted to the seventh seat."

Hearing their discussion, Yoshino Yuuki suddenly spoke up, mentioning Isshiki Satoshi's challenge for the tenth seat of the Elite Ten a year ago.

Because challenging the Elite Ten requires risking everything, the Elite Ten competition is highly anticipated every year, and the entire Moon Sky area is packed with people.

"Tell me more specifically."

Upon hearing Yoshino Yuuki's words, everyone present became interested and urged her to continue, their eyes filled with curiosity as they looked at her.

"Actually, there's not much to say. The challenge is simply to set a theme, give both sides a day to prepare, and then hold the competition between the two days of the month."

Ryoko Sakaki's voice rang out; she had gone to cheer on Satoshi Isshiki back then, so she remembered him vividly.

"Last year, Isshiki's theme was bonito, and he won with a bonito ochazuke, taking the tenth seat of the Elite Ten."

Yoshino Yuuki held up her finger; she was also one of the spectators. She vividly remembered how lively the scene was when the referee announced Isshiki Satoshi as the winner.

For the audience, rather than seeing the Elite Ten of Totsuki trio win so frequently, they would prefer to see the challengers emerge victorious.

On that day, Isshiki Satoshi did it.

"It's a real shame. I remember that day I was in the family dining room, dealing with those uncles who looked down on me for cooking because my father had retired."

Miyoko Hojo appeared at the scene at some point. After listening to Ryoko Sakaki and Yuuki Yoshino's words, she said excitedly, her heart filled with boundless pride.

At the same time, a feeling of regret also arose.

I should have stayed to watch the game. Who would have thought that a first-year student could become a dark horse and defeat a third-year student?

She also thought it was impossible, so she took leave to go home during that time to deal with the uncles who had started to covet her family's restaurant because her father had retired.

And the results are obvious.

When she returned to the Chinese restaurant, she displayed unparalleled culinary skills, which immediately impressed them, and they never dared to mention changing the head chef again.

After all, Hojo Miyoko's cooking skills had far surpassed theirs at that time.

"I think I went home that day to help deliver goods to my family. In the end, I still didn't believe he would win, so I didn't pay much attention to it."

Mito Ikumi also showed a regretful expression. If she had gone to watch the game back then, she could probably have gained important experience by now.

But the past is gone with the wind.

It's too late to regret it now.

One must always look forward.

Chapter 360 Seaside Vacation, the Fragrance of a Young Girl

"The ocean! It's so vast!"

With her arms outstretched and shouting forward, Yoshino Yuuki's face was full of excitement.

At this moment, she was wearing a sky-blue striped lace swimsuit and had her hair tied in two buns, looking very pure and lovely.

"What an old-fashioned remark."

Ryoko Sakaki stood beside her and, upon hearing Yuuki Yoshino's shouts to the sea, couldn't help but reveal a subtle expression before making a sarcastic remark.

"This is a unique seaside declaration from the Kanto region. Just tell the sea your first impression of it, and you'll become luckier."

"Is there such a saying? Then I'll..."

The ocean is so blue!

Hearing Yoshino Yuuki's words, Sakaki Ryoko looked at the sea with a mixture of belief and doubt.

The next moment, without hesitation, she spoke her first thought to the sea: blue.

From a distance, it looked blue, but upon closer inspection, it was actually grayish-black. However, this did not affect Ryoko Sakaki and Yuuki Yoshino's mood.

The two were having a great time, constantly shouting towards the sea and chasing and playing on the beach.

Despite her usual intellectual and mature demeanor, at this moment, Ryoko Sakaki preferred to act a little childish.

It would be too boring to put on airs and not let loose and play freely during precious time to relax!

“Ahhh!

The sea breeze feels so wonderful, like the gentle touch of heaven on my face.

Ryoko Sakaki wore a burgundy lace swimsuit, and the sea breeze made her long hair flutter slightly, adding a touch of mature charm to her look.

"The sun is shining so brightly! And since it's a weekday, there are hardly any people here. In other words, this whole beach is ours!"

Raise your hand slightly to shield your eyes, and at the same time, tilt your head slightly so that the sunlight shines on your cheeks without hitting your eyes.

"If you want to swim, remember to bring a swimming ring. The sea is different from a water park; drowning is a serious problem and can even be life-threatening."

Bai Yuan took out the swimming ring from the back of the car, quickly inflated it, and patiently explained the safety knowledge to them until they became impatient.

"Okay, we understand. We don't need to keep repeating this common sense."

Covering her ears with both hands in a pained expression, Yoshino Yuuki scurried away and hid behind Sakaki Ryoko, as if to say that she wouldn't be bothered if she couldn't see her.

"You."

Seeing this, Bai Yuan sighed and rubbed his forehead, but didn't say anything. He simply inflated the swim ring quickly and handed it to her.

"I won't say any more, just be careful."

"Roger that!"

Seeing that Bai Yuan's words had become shorter, Yoshino Yuuki's voice became much more cheerful. After taking the swimming ring he handed her, she quickly ran towards the sea and then jumped in.

"This guy..."

The splash from his leap soaked Bai Yuan, wetting his swimming trunks.

This made him subconsciously look at Ryoko Sakaki next to him, who, amidst the splashing water, revealed a woman's unique and delicate beauty.

She was only a teenager, but she gave him the feeling of a young married woman.

"Wine red really makes you look mature."

Looking at Ryoko Sakaki's burgundy hair and burgundy swimsuit, Bai Yuan sighed from the bottom of his heart, then raised an eyebrow slightly: "Actually, I think your hair color would go better with a black swimsuit."

"why."

Ryoko Sakaki tilted her head in confusion, clearly not expecting that Hakugen knew these things.

"Dark-colored swimsuits can complement your hair color well. While burgundy on top of burgundy is also nice, viewers' attention will be drawn to the swimsuit, and they won't notice your beauty."

Upon hearing the question, Bai Yuan began to analyze it seriously. In his previous life, he had read many fashion magazines, which featured swimsuits worn by beauties with burgundy hair. The combination of burgundy and black was definitely the best choice!

"So, Mr. Bai Yuan, are you looking at the swimsuit or at me?"

A faint blush rose to Ryoko Sakaki's face. Asking the question made her feel extremely ashamed, but she also really wanted to know the answer.

"On your body."

Bai Yuan could not possibly be unaware of the girl's little thoughts. He leaned closer and their eyes met.

"With such a beautiful woman here, how could my attention possibly be drawn to her swimsuit?"

Bai Yuan's fingers gently glide across Sakaki Ryoko's cheek, feeling the faint warmth emanating from it, which makes him feel happy.

And what about Ryoko Sakaki?

Her pupils widened at that moment, clearly not expecting Bai Yuan to be so bold as to suddenly place his hand on hers, and the key point was that she didn't feel there was anything wrong with it.

Not only did they not feel anything was wrong, but they were also secretly pleased.

"Well..."

Feeling the ripples rising deep within her heart, Ryoko Sakaki lowered her head shyly, her heart pounding rapidly, and an alluring blush spreading across her face.

Okay, okay, I'm just teasing you. Can you swim?

Seeing Ryoko Sakaki in this state, Shiro withdrew his hand and then naturally changed the subject.

"No, actually I haven't been to the beach many times."

Ryoko Sakaki shook her head slightly. As the only daughter of the Sakaki family, she had received rigorous culinary training since childhood and had no time to play or have fun outside.

The sea.

This is her second time coming here.

Both times she was with Bai Yuan; Teacher Bai Yuan is truly her lucky star.

Looking at the incredibly beautiful ocean in front of her, Ryoko Sakaki was deeply moved, and her eyes softened.

For some reason, she felt that she had become more sentimental lately.

She never had these kinds of emotions before; the moment she opened her eyes, all she thought about was cooking.

It's still the same now, but it feels different from before.

An idea pops into my head, but I just can't quite grasp it...